add a course on AI and technology awareness and ethics.

 

The purpose of this bill is to raise awareness and educate students in school about the harmful effects of overusing and

over reliance on AI and certain technologies, and to highlight the potential risk and ethical concerns of artificial

intelligence. It will also foster ethical reasoning and responsible use of technology and artificial intelligence.

 

AI causes many harmful effects on human’s cognitive health. One of which is cognitive offloading. This is when people

reduce their engagement in deep and reflective thinking. This leads to a decline in cognitive engagement and skill

development. Continuous use of AI tools can stop people from engaging in the cognitive processes essential for critical

thinking, reduce engagement in learning, and decrease active brain functions. It also diminishes creativity which is

fundamental for human innovation and cognitive growth.

 

Cognitive: the process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.

Artificial intelligence (Al): a computer system that simulates human intelligence to perform tasks like problem-solving,

reasoning, and learning.

Critical thinking: the process of actively and objectively analyzing facts, evidence, and information to form a

well-reasoned judgement or conclusion.

Ethics: principles that guide responsibility and fair behavior, including consideration of human rights, privacy,

fairness, accountability, and transparency in the use of technology.

 

Funding for the bill would be provided by the state’s Department of Education budget, or relevant grants. It would also

come from the district and the school since the funding would be needed for course development, teacher training, and

educational resources which are allocated from the school or district. However, there would be grants from the state if

need be.

 

Non-compliance with course implication requirements may result in institutional review and guidance from the Department

of Education. If ignorance from the act pursues, possible withholding of specific fundings may take place.

 

This act shall take effect by August 1st 2026.